SULPHUR, La. , Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Safety Council of Southwest Louisiana (SCSWLA) is proud to announce its evolution into the Health and Safety Council (HASC) Louisiana , reinforcing its commitment to the community while building on its strong legacy.

With this transformation, HASC Louisiana will provide world-class safety training, occupational health services, and screening services, significantly benefiting the local Louisiana region. By combining over 70 years of history in Southwest Louisiana with HASC's industry-leading expertise, HASC Louisiana is poised to deliver unmatched services to the local community. This milestone represents a significant advancement in the organization's journey to provide even greater value to its members, contractors, and industry stakeholders.

As part of this transition, Sarita Scheufens , who has led the Safety Council of Southwest Louisiana as President and CEO, is named President of HASC Louisiana. Sarita emphasized, "I am thrilled to continue leading our organization into this exciting new chapter as HASC Louisiana. The transition allows us to bring increased operational efficiency, cutting-edge technologies, and introduce occupational health services to our region.

By building on the strong foundation we've established, we are better positioned than ever to meet the needs of industry and ensure a safer, healthier future for the workforce. I look forward to carrying on our tradition excellence while embracing the opportunit.